interrupt

(noun) a signal that temporarily stops the execution of a program so that another procedure can be carried out.

(verb) make a break in. Synonyms: disrupt, break up, cut off. Examples: "We interrupt the program for the following messages."

(verb) destroy the peace or tranquility of. Synonyms: disturb. Examples: "Don't interrupt me when i'm reading."

(verb) interfere in someone else's activity. Synonyms: disrupt. Examples: "Please don't interrupt me while i'm on the phone."

(verb) terminate. Synonyms: break. Examples: "She interrupted her pregnancy." "Break a lucky streak." "Break the cycle of poverty."